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- Basics of spousal support and what warrants a modification
Apr 30, 2021
If you are going through a divorce, you may be wondering if you are eligible to receive spousal support. The judge considers granting support, also known as alimony, based off a variety of factors, and the duration of payments varies. As life changes, circumstances may change as well. If there is a long-term change for either the payer or receiver, one can request an alimony modification. Alimony categories According to FindLaw, alimony falls into three...Read More - How a postnuptial agreement benefits a struggling marriage
Jan 22, 2020
When a married couple encounters a rough patch in their marriage, they may feel like the only options to resolve their issues are couples therapy or divorce proceedings. However, there is a third option that falls neatly between the two. Postnuptial agreements can address the concerns or issues that couples discover in therapy and create guidelines that will make things easier and more cost-effective if a couple divorces in the future. A postnuptial agreement could...Read More - What should your Pennsylvania parenting plan include?
Jan 3, 2020
Unless there’s a dangerous situation in your family, such as neglect, addiction or abuse, it is highly unlikely that the Pennsylvania courts will choose to award sole custody to one parent over the other in a divorce. Instead, as the courts want to focus on the best interest of the children, shared custody is usually the preferred outcome. In order to make parenting as straightforward as possible, many divorcing couples will create a thorough parenting...Read More - What are the different kinds of child custody in Pennsylvania?
Dec 26, 2019
Family law in Pennsylvania is more complex than many people realize. For example, quite a few people, even those who have actually been through a divorce or who witnessed the divorce of their parents, may not really understand the different kinds of child custody. The kinds of child custody in Pennsylvania include legal custody and physical custody, which have nothing to do with how the state divides those forms of custody, commonly in a parenting...Read More - Under what circumstances are prenupial agreements useful?
Nov 25, 2019
Getting married is a huge commitment, and it is understandable if you have concerns before going through with the ceremony. No matter how content and secure you currently feel in your relationship, it’s always good to have a contingency plan. You should understand state laws and think about what would likely happen if you were to go through a divorce in the next few years. In Pennsylvania, community property is not recognized at divorce. This...Read More - Does your ex have a claim to your inheritance in a divorce?
Nov 5, 2019
When you know that divorce is in your immediate future, you will likely start worrying about the financial implications of the end of your marriage. From consulting with an attorney to trying to build up a savings account, there are many ways people attempt to offset the financial consequences of an impending divorce. Trying to protect the assets that you perceive as yours or highly valuable is a common strategy, but it is often fraught...Read More - Is it possible to get an annulment in Pennsylvania?
Oct 24, 2019
If you are married and considering a separation, you may be reluctant to file for divorce for financial, legal or religious reasons. In some cases, there are other options. You may be able to go through a legal separation, or you may be able to terminate your marriage by going through a civil annulment. Annulments are subject to state laws, so it is important to observe what the law says in the state in which...Read More - Prenuptial agreements are important for couples blending families
Sep 27, 2019
If two people who have children from a previous relationship meet and get married, their family becomes what is known as a blended family. Blended families are common these days, but they do represent unique legal considerations for the spouses, particularly if the union ends in divorce. For example, custody and support rules are different when both spouses are not the biological parents of the minor children unless the stepparent legally adopted the children. Confusion...Read More - Special considerations when creating a parenting plan
Sep 12, 2019
One of the hardest parts of any divorce in Pennsylvania that involves children will usually be agreeing on terms for custody with your ex. However, in recent years, the courts have moved away from the old primary custody and visitation model. Instead, because they want to do what is in the best interest of the children, the courts these days prefer shared custody arrangements. You and your ex can play an ongoing role in the...Read More - Know your custody rights as an unmarried parent in Pennsylvania
Aug 27, 2019
Having a child outside of marriage means that you have slightly different rights than other parents in Pennsylvania. There are certain issues that can impact your right to financial support or your ability to spend time with your children. Not all unmarried parents have an established legal relationship with their children. If you don’t have a legal tie to your children, you may need to prove your biological connection to assert your parental rights. Understanding...Read More